[Sat. May 3, 1902] Marshal R and I intend to have proceedings instituted to ascertain the fact in a formal way.

Instructed McGinn to procure the evidence & institute proceedings in jury fixing cases. He has just notified me that he has employed Cody, the detec =tive for a [previous word struck through] {two} months at rate of $3000. per year to gather testimony - told him to put his communication &c in writing & I would approve his action.